The Property Academy Podcast
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The Property Academy Podcast
The Property Academy Podcast is a daily show that gives you insight, analysis and strategies for how to get the most out of the NZ property market. It's hosted by Ed and Andrew from Opes Partners. Ok, now for the legal bit. The Property Academy Podcast is for your general information. It’s not fi...
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Buying at the Peak: How to Survive When the Market Turns Against You⎥ Ep. 2243
Amber and her husband bought their Auckland home at the height of the 2021 property boom. Four years later, they’ve smashed $200,000 off their mortgag...
The $5,000 Mortgage Hack That Will Make Banks PAY YOU⎥Ep. 2242
Thousands of Kiwis are making thousands of dollars ... without working an extra hour.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack how homeowners are...
The Tax That Never Lands: A 50-Year History of CGT Failures⎥Ep. 2241
For over half a century, politicians have promised – and failed – to bring in a Capital Gains Tax.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew trace the 7 ti...
Will Labour’s Capital Gains Tax CRUSH House Prices?⎥Ep. 2240
Labour has just unveiled its plan for a new Capital Gains Tax (CGT) – one aimed squarely at property investors.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew...
The Secret Costs of Property Investing (Beyond the Mortgage)⎥Ep. 2239
Everyone budgets for a deposit and mortgage payments, but what about maintenance?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal the real cost of keepin...
House Prices: Recovery or Just Spring Fever?⎥Ep. 2238
House prices are rising again … but is this the start of a genuine recovery, or just the usual Spring bounce?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig...
5 Biggest Property Scams to Avoid in 2026⎥Ep. 2237
In the property market, scams evolve rapidly and are becoming increasingly difficult to spot.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew expose the five bi...
"We Gave Up Weekends for 2 Years – But It Paid Off!"⎥Ep. 2236
Sonja and Kurt spent two years working every weekend, juggling renovations, tenants, and full-time jobs – but their sacrifice is now paying off.
The Rise and Fall of Du Val: What Every Investor Should Learn⎥Ep. 2235
From private jet to financial failure – this is the true story of Du Val, once one of New Zealand’s high-profile property developers.
In this e...
The Truth About Bad Tenants: How Likely Are You to Get One?⎥Ep. 2234
Every landlord fears getting stuck with a bad tenant, but how likely is it really?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into thousands of Tenancy...
Want the Perfect Property? You Can Only Pick 2 Out of 3 (Here’s Why)⎥Ep. 2233
Everyone wants the perfect property – one that skyrockets in value, pays for itself, and doesn’t cost a cent to buy.
But Ed and Andrew reveal w...
The 5 Biggest Housing Booms Ever ⎥Ep. 2232
From Spain’s ghost towns to Japan’s 86x land price surge, these real-world examples reveal what really happens when house prices go from hot … to hyst...
What They Don’t Tell You About Buying Investment Property⎥Ep. 2231
You’ve finally bought your first investment property, but what happens next?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew walk through what your first 12 mon...
How to Buy 5 Investment Properties in 7 Years (Step-by-Step)⎥Ep. 2230
You’ve finally bought your first investment property, but what happens next?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew walk through what your first 12 mon...
How They Bought Two Houses at Once (and Didn't Freak Out)⎥Ep. 2229
Buying one investment property can be scary, but buying two at the same time? That’s next-level.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew speak with Alic...
How to Tell When a Property Deal Is About to Go Wrong⎥Ep. 2228
Sometimes, even experienced investors walk away from a deal, and that’s exactly what happened to Andrew.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew go behi...
What to Do When Your Flatmate’s Partner Moves In (Without Asking)⎥Ep. 2227
If your flatmate’s boyfriend or girlfriend keeps staying over, it might be costing you more than you think.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew crun...
Property vs Shares – Which Builds Wealth Faster?⎥Ep. 2226
Every investor faces the same question: Should I invest in property or shares?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with Mark Lister, Invest...
What Over-65 Kiwis Spend Their Money On (and it's WILD)⎥Ep. 2225
We talk a lot about how much you need in retirement. But here’s the real question: what do retirees actually spend their money on once they stop worki...
The Surprising Truth About Your Bank Accounts⎥Ep. 2224
How do you set up your bank accounts as a property investor?In this episode, Ed and Andrew discuss how to structure your bank accounts properly as a p...
The Government Is Manipulating House Prices!?⎥Ep. 2223
Is our Government really manipulating house prices?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew discuss whether the New Zealand Government is quietly manipul...
How a Macca’s Supervisor With 110 Staff Became a Property Investor⎥Ep. 2222
From flipping burgers to flipping houses (almost)... How did Alex’s McDonald’s career give him the numbers skill to invest in?
In this episode,...
The $1 Estate Plan That Could Cost You Everything⎥Ep. 2221
Why can't you sell your house to your trust for just $1?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew discuss why you can’t just sell your house to yourself (...
Property vs Shares: Which is Actually Riskier?⎥Ep. 2220
Most Kiwis ask the wrong question when it comes to investing – they focus on returns, not risk.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down what “...
The Reserve Bank Just Shocked Everyone – Here’s How It Affects You⎥Ep. 2219
The Reserve Bank just surprised everyone – cutting the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 0.5%.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack what happened, wh...
7 Must Have Tools For Every Property Investor In NZ
In this special bonus episode, you'll hear the audio from the recent Property Live webinar where we looked at how the "7 Must Have Tools For Every Pr...
The 7 Tools Every Property Investor Needs in 2026⎥Ep.2218
As a property investor, you likely have many questions: Can I afford an investment property? Which one should I buy? How do I set it up right?
...
Why THIS Mindset Makes You Poorer⎥Ep. 2217
Most Kiwis know about compounding returns, but few actually take advantage of them. Why? Because they’re stuck thinking in days or weeks, rather than...
Did This Politician Finally Fix the Housing Crisis?⎥Ep. 2216
One senior politician has openly said what few dare to – house prices in New Zealand should fall. But is he really fixing the housing crisis, or just...
Why Slowing Down Still Builds Wealth (Case Study)⎥Ep. 2215
In this episode, we sit down with Nick for a candid case study on building wealth through property while still making space for life.
Nick has...
The Clue That Predicts Your Next Mortgage Rate Cut⎥Ep. 2214
Most Kiwis watch the Official Cash Rate (OCR) to guess where interest rates are heading. But there’s another number that actually drives your mortgage...
Why 2026 Could Be the Turning Point for Property Investors⎥Ep. 2213
You’ve heard of a double-dip recession. But did you know property downturns in NZ often follow the same “W-shaped” pattern?
In this episode, Ed...
$46,000 Landlord Victory: How It Happened⎥Ep. 2212
The Tenancy Tribunal is where landlords and tenants battle it out, and sometimes the results are jaw-dropping.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew u...
Revolving Credit: The Secret Weapon to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster⎥Ep. 2011
A revolving credit mortgage can be confusing. Is it an overdraft? A savings account? Or just another type of loan?
In this episode, Ed and Andr...
The Property You Didn’t Buy (And Still Think About)⎥Ep. 2210
Every investor has felt that sinking feeling after a decision: "Did I just make a mistake?”
In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack investor remo...
Why 1.9 Million Kiwis Are Still Locked Out of Home Ownership?⎥Ep. 2209
1.9 million Kiwis don’t own the home they live in – but the reasons why go far beyond “greedy landlords” or “high house prices.”
In this episode...
From $3,000 After an Accident… To Over $650k in Equity⎥Ep. 2208
At 23, Sam was recovering from a life-changing accident with just $3,000 to his name. Fast forward to today, and he’s built $800,000 in equity through...
The Ridiculous Jobs That Pay $10,000 An Hour⎥Ep. 2207
Not all work is created equal. Some tasks are worth $40 an hour… but others can build wealth at the equivalent of $10,000 an hour.
In this episo...
Inside the Tenancy Tribunal: Are Landlords Getting Screwed?⎥Ep. 2206
Many landlords believe the Tenancy Tribunal is stacked against them, but is that actually true?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew examine the data...
The Secret Psychology of the 1%⎥Ep. 2205
Ever wondered what sets the wealthy apart? It’s not just luck – it’s mindset, strategy, and action.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the 7...